The African Development Bank (AfDB) has opened applications for the 2026 Young Professionals Program (YPP) for passionate and qualified young Africans.
The AfDB YPP is a career-building initiative that provides training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for selected young professionals committed to contributing to Africa’s economic and social transformation.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: African Development Bank (AfDB)
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Category: Internships | Training | Career Development
- Reward: Training | Mentorship | Job Placement Opportunity
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: November 30, 2025
Scholarship Details
The African Development Bank is a continental financial institution committed to supporting economic development and social progress across Africa. The AfDB Young Professionals Program is a strategic talent development initiative created to build a future leadership pipeline for the Bank.
The program is designed to recruit and nurture highly skilled young professionals who demonstrate strong academic performance, professional competence, and passion for Africa’s development. Participants undergo structured training, job rotations, mentorship, and leadership development to equip them to contribute meaningfully to the Bank’s work both at its headquarters and within regional operations.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the AfDB Young Professionals Program, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an AfDB member country.
- Be 32 years old or younger by November 30, 2025.
- Hold a Master’s degree in a discipline relevant to the Bank’s mission.
- Have at least 3 years of post-graduate work experience in areas aligned with the Bank’s strategic priorities.
- Demonstrate professional experience in Africa or other developing regions.
- Show passion for Africa’s growth and transformation.
- Ability to:
- Work in diverse teams and multicultural environments.
- Demonstrate leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Possess strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Communicate effectively in English or French (working knowledge of the second language is an added advantage).
- Be willing to work in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, and travel as required.
- Be proficient in standard MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the AfDB Young Professionals Program will receive:
- Professional rotation across departments
- Capacity building & leadership development training
- Mentorship and career guidance
- Pathway to full-time employment at AfDB upon successful completion
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed Application Form
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages) in Word or PDF
- Copies of academic certificates and transcripts
- Copy of national passport
How to Apply
To apply for the AfDB Young Professionals Program:
- Visit the official application portal
- Complete the required application form
- Upload all necessary documents before the deadline
- Submit and await further communication from the Bank
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